Jobs Available at KwaZulu-Natal Department: Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Bachelors Degree/ NQF Level 7 qualification in Human Resource Management as recognised by SAQA coupled with at least 5 years experience at senior managerial level in a Human Resource Management and Development environment, as well as an SMS  Pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) (Certificate submitted prior to appointment) and a valid Drivers licence.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: Sound knowledge of the RSA Constitution; Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Labour Relations Act; Employee Performance and Management System; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Project Management Principles; Youth Development Policy; National and Provincial practice Notes; Supply Chain Management practices and procedures; Promotion of Access to Information Act; Service Delivery frameworks; Promotion of Administration Justice Act; Skills Development Act; National Skills Development Strategy; National Development Plan; Provincial Growth and development plan; Treasury Regulations; KZN Citizens charter; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Intergovernmental matters; Ministerial Handbook; Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act and any other relevant Act/Legislative mandates; Language skills; listening skills; presentation skills; analytical thinking; interpersonal relations; strategic planning skills; organizational skills; research skills; analytical skills; leadership skills; financial management skills; time management skills; report writing skills; problem solving skills; conflict management skills; change management skills; self discipline and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision; project management skills; people management skills; relationship management; decision making; facilitation skills; risk management skills; strategic direction; good communication skills (verbal & written) with staff and management, other departments and private sector organizations, educational institutions, municipalities, traditional institutions and good computer literacy in MS Office.

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to manage a Strategic Human Resource function within the department with the following responsibilities: Render efficient Human Resource administration services; Provide optimal development of departmental human resources; Manage the development of human resource strategies and provide organizational development services; Manage labour relations matters; Ensure the development and implementation of policies, strategies and guidelines; Manage the resources of the Chief Directorate

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Bachelors Degree/ NQF Level 7 qualification in Human Resource Management field as recognised by SAQA coupled with at least 5 years middle/senior managerial experience in a Human Resource environment, as well as an SMS Pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) (Certificate submitted prior to appointment) and a valid Drivers licence.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge of the RSA Constitution; Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Labour Relations Act; Employee Performance and Management System; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Project Management Principles; Millennium development goals; Youth development policy; National and Provincial practice notes; Supply Chain management practices and procedures; Promotion of Access to Information Act; Service Delivery frameworks; Promotion of Administration Justice Act; Skills Development Act; Human Resource Development strategy of South Africa; National Skills Development Strategy; National Development Plan; Provincial Growth and Development Plan; Treasury Regulations; KZN Citizens Charter; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Intergovernmental matters; Ministerial Handbook; Protocol manual of South Africa; Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act and any other relevant Act/Legislative mandates; language skills; listening skills; presentation skills; analytical thinking; interpersonal relations; strategic planning skills; organisational skills; research skills; analytical skills; leadership skills; financial Management skills; time Management skills; report writing skills; problem solving skills; conflict management skills; change management skills; self discipline and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision; project management skills; people management skills; relationship management; decision making; facilitation skills; risk management skills; strategic direction; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with staff and management, other departments and private sector organisations, educational institutions, and good computer literacy in MS Office.

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to manage an efficient Human Resource Administration services within the department with the following responsibilities: Manage and ensure the provision of recruitment, selection and other life cycle event of employees; Manage the conditions of services and remuneration matters of employees; Manage the human resource management information systems; Develop policies, procedures and strategies aimed at improving service delivery within the municipal administration environment and Manage the resources of the Directorate.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Bachelors Degree / NQF Level 7 qualification in Municipal Administration / Public Administration / Local Government / Business Administration as recognised by SAQA coupled with at least 5 years middle/senior managerial experience in a Municipal Administration environment, as well as a SMS Pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) (Certificate submitted prior to appointment) and a valid Drivers licence (code 8).
• Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge of the RSA Constitution; Municipal Systems Act; KZN Cemeteries and Crematoria Act, 2006; Local Authorities Ordinance, 1974; KZN Pound Act, 2006; Local Government Legislation; Local Government staff regulations; Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Labour Relations Act; Employee performance and management system; Municipal Financial Management Act; Project management principles; Millennium development goals; Social dynamics of KZN communities; National and Provincial practice notes; SCM practices and procedures; Promotion of Access to Information Act; language skills; listening skills; presentation skills; analytical thinking; interpersonal relations; strategic planning skills; organisational skills; research skills; analytical thinking; leadership skills; financial management skills; time management skills; report writing skills; problem solving skills; conflict management skills; change management skills, project management skills; people management skills; relationship management; decision making; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with municipalities, departmental staff and SALGA and good computer literacy in MS Office.

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to oversee support and monitoring of corporate services and statutory administrative matters within municipalities in line with relevant municipal Acts and Regulations with the following responsibilities: Manage support and monitoring of human resource management matters of Senior Managers and councillors at municipalities within the province; Manage support, monitoring and assessment of organisational design at municipalities; administer municipal administrative statutory obligations; Manage support and monitoring of ICT at municipalities within the province; Develop policies, procedures and strategies aimed at improving service delivery within the municipal administration environment and management of resources.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Bachelors Degree/ NQF Level 7 qualification in Financial Management as recognised by SAQA coupled with 3 years supervisory experience in a financial management environment and a valid Drivers Licence.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: Sound knowledge of procurement and payments systems, policies and procedures; Sound knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations, SCM and other prescripts; Function knowledge of BAS; Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations;Labour Relations Act; Good planning, decision making and problem solving skills; Ability to develop the unit into a team; Numeracy skills; Report writing; Financial Management; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with colleagues, management, Treasury and suppliers; Good computer literacy in MS Office (Ms Word and Ms Excel); must be prepared to drive official vehicles.

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to manage creditor management services with the following responsibilities: Manage the receiving and recording of valid invoices; Manage the payment of suppliers within 30 days; Manage financial reconciliations and reporting; Manage resources of the unit.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of an appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) in Fire Technology as recognised by SAQA coupled with 2 years experience in Fire and Rescue services and a valid C1 Drivers Licence.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: Sound knowledge of Disaster Management Act; Fire Brigade Act; Knowledge of Fire and Rescue Services procedures; Public Service Act; Municipal Regulations and policies; Ability to analyze and interpret policies; Minute taking and report writing skills; Good organisational skills, office management and document tracking; Capacity building; Good communication skills (verbal and written) with municipalities, Traditional Institutions, Public, Private sector staff and management; Good computer literacy in MS Office (Ms Word, Ms Excel and PowerPoint).

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to support municipalities and stakeholders with fire and rescue services with the following responsibilities: Monitor, evaluate and provide support with the development and implementation of plans, legislative frameworks and strategies for fire and rescue services within the Province; Implement and support municipalities with fire safety and services capacity building programmes; Support with establishment and maintenance of IGR structures in fire and rescue services; Support municipalities with coordination of response capabilities; Provide technical support for compliance with National and Provincial imperatives.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a National Diploma/ NQF Level 6 qualification in Human Resource Management/Development/Skills Development as recognised by SAQA coupled with at least 1-2 years of experience in an HRM&D environment, experience in Bursaries will be an added advantage and a valid Drivers Licence.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have:- Sound knowledge and understanding of Policies, Legislation and Prescripts pertaining to the Human Resource Development field; Public Service Education and Training Strategies; Education and Training Structures; Financial Management; Practical demonstration of knowledge in the Human Resource Development field; Finance; Project Management; Planning; Decision Making; Problem Solving; Conflict Management; Staff Development; Diversity Management; Presentation Skills; Customer Orientation; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with other Government Institutions, Private Sector, NGOs and Departmental Officials; Good computer literacy in MS Office. Candidates must be able and willing to drive.

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to coordinate bursaries and study assistance programmes with the following responsibilities: Administer State Aided Studies/Bursaries for the department; Provide for the administration of bursary matters; Develop, implement and maintain bursary/study assistance programme policies; Administer bursary/study assistance programme payments.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent with no previous experience required and a valid Drivers Licence.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: Administrative process; Report writing skills; Planning and Organising skills; Interpersonal relations; flexibility; teamwork; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with other Government Departments, Private Sector, Staff, Municipalities; computer literacy and driving skills.

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to render an efficient and effective general administration support services with the following key responsibilities: Coordinate the allocation pool vehicles, maintain pool vehicles; Monitor and report on vehicle usage; Verify log sheets and reconcile; Provide administrative support services.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Grade 10 qualification coupled with 7 – 12 months relevant experience and a valid code 8 Driver’s License.
• Essential Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: Knowledge of the procedures to operate a motor vehicle e.g. procedures to obtain trip authorities, complete logbooks of the motor vehicle, to obtain consumables (e.g. petrol) and obtain basic services (e.g. fixing of flat tyre), Knowledge of the prescripts for the correct utilisation of the motor vehicle e.g. how and for what purpose can the motor vehicle be utilised, what is the requirement for the storage of the vehicle, Knowledge of the procedures to ensure that the motor vehicle is maintained properly, Knowledge of the procedures to perform messenger functions and routine office support like registry functions and the making of photocopies, good interpersonal skills; good communication skills (verbal and written).

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be required to provide driver and messenger duties with the following key responsibilities: Drive light and medium motor vehicles; Render a messenger support service in the relevant office; Complete all the required and prescribed records and log books with regard to the vehicle and the goods handled, Do routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle.